As a baby, Anu learned that whenever she fussed, her mother would come running to comfort her. Thus, whenever Anu was distressed, she would fuss for her mother. This illustrates __________.

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This is an example of operant conditioning in that a voluntary response (fussing) is strengthened (occurs more often) because it is associated with positive consequences (maternal attention).

As a Baby, Anu Learned That Whenever She Fussed, Her